Would like to start a Dog Bros grass roots movement (or desert roots) in Arizona. Looking for like minded people to train with. All I have to offer is my own blood, sweat and tears.dubd.davis@gmail.com

Thanks Crafty Dog for taking the time to speak with me. I appreciate the tips and pointers on recruiting training partners. I would love for the Arizona cactus roots movement to grow into a DBMA training group. As soon as I am able I will head out to LA to train with you. I dont care what you say man, you are a ROCKSTAR!

Checking to see who is currently active in the Tacoma, Olympia, Seattle area in Washington. Mixed background. Looking to revive some skills and hang with some guys that appreciate the fine art of stick-wielding.

It's been a while since I've posted, and i've Missed this Little Piece of Kali heaven , I am still Looking to get something going in the way of a training group here in The Nebraska/SD area, right now There isn't much happening other than small time MMA circuits fights. I would Love to add the DBMA curriculum to my training so if there is anyone in the area that is interested please get a hold of me at richartichoker@gmail.com or at my website blackwolfma.com.

P.S. i just re-read your "whats in rapid City" comment Guru Crafty had to chuckle again , I am Going to have to find a way to get you out here by hook or crook and show you Myself what's out here i think you'll be pleasantly surprised,

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Woof, I just moved to Tempe Az. a short time ago.I'm Looking for training partners no experience necassary. If anyone wants to get together and swing some sticks, PM me here or shoot me a email: spinebuster77@yahoo.com HD/Tom

Woof, Nice to meet with Darin and his son today. Hopefully this is the start of many more good training days ahead, as well as the beginning of a Phoenix area Dog Brothers group.Any others out there on the fence in the Phoenix area....C'mon and get in.....Good times to be had! WOOF!

@GM all good. Its a rather unusual email address I know. Its all in good fun, and intended to be taken lightly. HD

Woof, TTT Just wanted to repost that I'm in Tempe Az, Just added 1 new guy to the group so we have a small group started. Anyone wants to join us,Give me a Bark.Btw, It's free. Howling DogEmail: spinebuster77@yahoo.com

C-Mightydog, i'm in highland, i havent trained in a while. would love to get together somethime and train. i've been to a few gatherings and a couple of DBMA seminars, just been really busy with work. weekends work great, i can host at the Redlands Training Center on sundays if you'd like. We mainly train judo, no-gi and kickboxing. rcriojas@gmail.com

I'm based in Dublin, Ireland, and have had no previous experience with DBMA or indeed much in the way of FMA. My background is mainly in BJJ (blue belt), and some muay thai and boxing for stand-up. Lately I have decided to make a concerted effort to learn more about stickfighting. I am ASP certified and have done the odd single day of training at FMA seminars / classes when the opportunity arose, but that is essentially it.

I have a particular training partner that I meet once a week with who I spar with (outside of other training). He has given the thumbs up to the idea of exploring some stickfighting and learning as we go, since it is something he has wanted to try also.

I don't think either of us are overly afraid of contact, but what is the appropriate / recommended progression in terms of training gear for guys like us so that we do not ruin this for ourselves?

If we begin with action flex or another padded stick what hand, head or eye protection is suggested, if any? Down the line I would ideally like to see us using sticks, gloves and appropriate headgear but I don't want to count our chickens before they hatch, either.

I have the 'original series' volume 1 and 2 and hope to make it over to a DBMA seminar somewhere in the new year. Narrowly missed Guro Lonely in Glasgow last year.

I'm based in Dublin, Ireland, and have had no previous experience with DBMA or indeed much in the way of FMA. My background is mainly in BJJ (blue belt), and some muay thai and boxing for stand-up. Lately I have decided to make a concerted effort to learn more about stickfighting. I am ASP certified and have done the odd single day of training at FMA seminars / classes when the opportunity arose, but that is essentially it.

I have a particular training partner that I meet once a week with who I spar with (outside of other training). He has given the thumbs up to the idea of exploring some stickfighting and learning as we go, since it is something he has wanted to try also.

I don't think either of us are overly afraid of contact, but what is the appropriate / recommended progression in terms of training gear for guys like us so that we do not ruin this for ourselves?

If we begin with action flex or another padded stick what hand, head or eye protection is suggested, if any? Down the line I would ideally like to see us using sticks, gloves and appropriate headgear but I don't want to count our chickens before they hatch, either.

I have the 'original series' volume 1 and 2 and hope to make it over to a DBMA seminar somewhere in the new year. Narrowly missed Guro Lonely in Glasgow last year.

Dunno where you're doing BJJ mate, but if you know a blue belt called Stephen R have a word with him.

Lazora Talaya and Franciso Gomez are hosting lonely dog in Spain in early March I think. Top blokes and Spain is warmer than Glasgae but lacks in the deep fried food dept

Fencing helmets and KIL gloves will serve you well no matter what you spar with, maybe elbow pads too. Shipping for padded sticks to Ireland is a pain, I like the ATF and Lameco sticks personally. Not a fan of the actionflex ones I've used..too flexible, clues in the name I guess.

I don't think I know who that Stephen R. is ... I haven't come across anyone crosstraining in stickwork / FMA but then again as I said there's a lot of people out there doing BJJ at the moment and it's certainly possible.

I thought fencing helmets alright but wasn't sure if they were overkill initially - sounds like they'd be a good investment either way.

I actually made it down to Molesworth st. to train with you guys one night but to be honest the timing doesn't suit and I'll hold my hands up and admit I didn't have the patience for the drills (I know, I know...).

I don't think I know who that Stephen R. is ... I haven't come across anyone crosstraining in stickwork / FMA but then again as I said there's a lot of people out there doing BJJ at the moment and it's certainly possible.

I thought fencing helmets alright but wasn't sure if they were overkill initially - sounds like they'd be a good investment either way.

I actually made it down to Molesworth st. to train with you guys one night but to be honest the timing doesn't suit and I'll hold my hands up and admit I didn't have the patience for the drills (I know, I know...).

Stephen R trains/trained out in IP, believe its closed now

Good drills can be badly taught . Send me a PM in the new year, might be able to sort you a test drive of some of the options out there gear wise

A couple of my students will be going home to southside Chicago for break and would like to get some training in while they're there. Anyone within reasonable distance? They will probably be taking the train. I mentioned Pete in Downers Grove, but I think that's a little far for them.